Are you looking for your next read? This month, our Adult Book Discussion Group is reading The Frozen River by Ariel Lawhon. Our next meeting is on Wednesday from 3:00- 4:00 at the library and new members are always welcome!

We remember the thousands of brave rescue workers and civilians who perished as a result of the terrorist attacks on the World Trade Center. We remember those who selflessly gave their lives while desperately trying to save the lives of others. They are heroes who will not be forgotten.

We remember beloved fallen firefighter Dennis P. McHugh (Engine 22 Ladder 13) for whom our library is named. The generosity of the Dennis P. McHugh Foundation enabled the construction of the Library’s beautiful building overlooking Flywheel Park and the Hudson River, a symbol of the collective spirit and positive power of community strength to overcome adversity. His memory and legacy are with us always.

Join us on Tuesday, September 24th, from 5:00 – 6:00 pm for Protect(ing) Yourself from Identity Theft, Fraud & Scams with Marvin Pierre from M and T Bank, Piermont.  In this workshop, you will learn how to recognize the different types of identity theft and fraud and the strategies that you can use to protect yourself and your information.  Click HERE to register

Join us on Sunday, September 22nd, from 3:00 – 5:00 pm for an Artist’s Reception for Piermont artist Melissa Falconett: Threads of Memory.  All are welcome!  The exhibition is on display throughout the month of September.  

Melissa Falconett Artist Statement

I am a Hudson Valley-based artist, originally from Southern Indiana. My creative journey has led me through various mediums, but six years ago I found a deep connection with embroidery. It has become a meditative practice, a space for productive rumination on emotions, longings, challenges, and moments of beauty I wish to preserve. Each piece is a tangible record of my contemplations, a visual journal woven in thread.

My inspiration stems from the often-unnoticed details of the natural world: the intricate lines within a leaf, the ripples in water, the woven structure of a bird’s nest, the overlapping petals of a flower. I combine these organic forms with my formal design training to carefully select fabrics, threads, stitches, and colors. My aim is to create a playful balance between intense and subtle details, inviting viewers to pause, reflect, and perhaps find their own moments of contemplation within the work.

Fall Art Classes for Grades 1 – 12 with Alexis Starke Adventures in Maine are coming up! Grades 1 – 3, Mondays at 5:30; Grades 3 – 5, Wednesdays at 5:30; and Grades 6 – 12, Tuesdays at 5:30. Details and registration on our website events calendar

Join us for a fun and creative series of art classes taught by Alexis Starke. We will explore a range of different art materials and techniques in 2D and 3D, taking an interdisciplinary approach to include art history, science, and history. Students are encouraged to explore and develop their creativity as well as their critical thinking and problem solving skills. Classes are free and all materials are provided. Please email astarke@piermontlibrary.org with any questions.